Analyst, Threat Intelligence

Optimum•Norwalk, CT

About The Position

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Analyst to support the identification, analysis, and communication of cyber threats impacting the organization. This role focuses on collecting and analyzing threat intelligence from internal and external sources, translating technical findings into actionable insights, and supporting security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management teams. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a working knowledge of adversary tactics and campaigns, and the ability to clearly communicate risk to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, SOC, incident response, or related roles
Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, malware, phishing, ransomware, and attack lifecycles
Experience analyzing IOCs, TTPs, and campaign data
Familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Kill Chain, and Diamond Model
Experience with SIEM, EDR, TIPs, or SOAR platforms
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical intelligence into business impact
Ability to work independently and manage multiple intelligence priorities
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
We do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and correlate threat intelligence from multiple sources (commercial feeds, ISACs, open-source intelligence, internal telemetry).
Identify emerging threats, threat actors, malware campaigns, and TTPs relevant to the organization’s industry and technology stack.
Map adversary behavior to frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and provide actionable recommendations.
Produce high-quality intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for SOC, IR, vulnerability management, and leadership teams.
Support incident response activities with tactical and operational threat intelligence.
Maintain threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and ensure timely ingestion and enrichment of indicators.
Conduct threat hunting activity based on gathered threat intel.
Track geopolitical, criminal, and hacktivist activity that may impact organizational risk.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure intelligence is operationalized and measurable.
Assist in improving threat intelligence processes, workflows, and tooling.